Salary Breakdown for Austin
The median individual income in Austin is $47,208 per year, which works out to approximately $3,934/month or $22.70/hour for full-time workers. The median household income is $80,954.
Cost of Living Adjusted Salary
Austin's cost of living index is 108 (national average = 100). The median salary of $47,208 in Austin has the purchasing power of approximately $43,711 at the national average cost of living. Austin is roughly in line with the national average, making it a balanced option for salary vs expenses.
Top Employers in Austin
- University of Texas
- Dell Technologies
- Tesla
Major Industries in Austin
- Technology
- Government
- Entertainment
How Austin Compares to Texas
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Cost of Living in Austin
See a detailed breakdown of housing, groceries, utilities, and more on our cost of living in Austin page.
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